| District | City | Rating | Students | Schools | Grades | Zip Codes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Laurel County School District | East Bernstadt | 10/10 Excellent · 95th pct | 8,801 | 19 | PK–12 | 5 |
| East Bernstadt Independent School District | East Bernstadt | 10/10 Excellent · 94th pct | 523 | 1 | PK–8 | 0 |
How Laurel County compares
Together they enroll 9,324 students across 20 schools. The largest is Laurel County School District with 8,801 students. Districts here average 10.0/10, above the Kentucky average of 5.4/10. Ratings range from 10/10 to 10/10.
School Districts in Laurel County, Kentucky
Laurel County has 2 public school districts covering 5 zip codes. The top-rated district in Laurel County is Laurel County School District (10/10). Ratings are based on the share of students proficient in reading and math on state assessments (KSA 2024–25), ranked against all districts in Kentucky. Directory details come from NCES CCD 2024–25.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many school districts are in Laurel County, KY?
2 school districts serve zip codes in Laurel County, KY. This page lists each one with its rating, enrollment, grade span and the zip codes it covers.
What is the best-rated school district in Laurel County, KY?
Of the districts serving Laurel County, Laurel County School District has the highest rating on this site at 10/10. That places it in the 95th percentile among Kentucky school districts.
How are these school district ratings calculated?
Each rating is the share of students scoring proficient or above on Kentucky reading and math assessments, ranked against other districts in Kentucky and converted to a 1–10 scale. Percentiles compare districts within Kentucky only, never across state lines.